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  1. M

    Is my M1 MBA using too much swap memory? Why is my Intel MBP not using as much?

    The following Activity Monitor screenshots were taken on idle. M1 MBA 8GB RAM 256GB SSD Monterey: * CPU Load * Memory Pressure * Disk Intel 2019 MBP 16" 64GB RAM 1TB SSD Catalina: * CPU Load * Memory Pressure * Disk I use my M1 MBA purely for streaming (mostly YouTube) or...
  2. trickster is meaningless

    Developers/Musicians using M1+ Macs

    Hey all, A lot of the focus around the M1 is on video/photo editing. However there aren't a huge number of reports on audio or software development. I'm going to refer to M1 here as the generation rather than the specific chip, so that'll encompass the Pro/Max/Ultra. My daily driver is a 2016...
  3. M

    MacBook Pro 14" display defect

    There is something wrong happening close to the top-left screen bezel. The defect is getting worse as time goes by. See the picture attached. Did anyone experience something similar? The MacBook is three months old. I have already asked for a replacement before (because of a defective keycap)...
  4. Kuckuckstein

    Dedicated Apple Silicon XServer

    Back in 2004 - 2006 we used an Apple XServer at my institute. Was sad when few years later I heard that Appel retreated from server business, although it was probably the right decision back then. These days, was just looking into establishing my own server and I just felt that with the Apple...
  5. C

    Qualcomm Nuvia vs Apple Mx

    I think this interview on Anandtech was an interesting read but one thing in particular caught my eye: https://www.anandtech.com/show/17233/interview-with-alex-katouzian-qualcomm-svp-talking-snapdragon-microsoft-nuvia-and-discrete-graphics It seems that when Nuvia-based SOCs finally release...
  6. V

    Screen recording in 4K on M1 MacBook Pro?

    I know that OBS allows you to record screen in 4K as long as you have 4K monitor but OBS is not available officially for Apple silicon. Anyone knows what's the alternative? I just want to be able to record screen in 4K resolution on Apple Silicon. Thanks
  7. slimmy18222

    A2337 new M1 MacBook Air problem Logic Board related, no video backlight and ALS 820-02016-A

    MacBook Air A2337, logic board number 820-02016-A . Long story short, this Air was display damaged with no image and no backlight at all but internal webcam was working , all other parts seems to be in good working condition. Trying with a know good working original Display show image but have...
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    • 820-02016 a2337 apple silicon display fix logic board macbookairm1 problem
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    • Forum: MacBook Air
  8. A

    Is Playing Roblox on M1 Bad?

    Roblox isn't optimized for M1 yet, so it's using Rosetta. Whenever I use it there's no frame drops or anything, its just gets warm and the battery drains a bit faster. All I'm wondering is if its doing any damage to the computer while gaming with rosetta. Thanks,
    • AidanBoy132
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    • apple silicon gaming on m1 m1 macbook air roblox on m1
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: Mac Apps
  9. aevan

    MacBook Pro 2021 - it's not just how it performs, it's how it feels

    So, after my first MBP came with a broken screen, a few days ago, I finally got a new one. 16", base model, 1Tb SSD, Space Gray. And I am amazed how good it is. But it's not just about the amazing performance. Or the insane battery life. What really amazed me is how well rounded this computer...
    • aevan
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    • apple silicon macbook mbp mbp 16-inch 2021
    • Replies: 61
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  10. J

    M1 Max Issues in Resolve and FCP

    While the M1 Max MacBook Pro is remarkable in a lot of ways, including noiseless operation and a chassis that remains astonishingly cool even when performing demanding tasks, apps that open with lightning rapidity and blazingly quick rendering times, its suitability as a video editing...
  11. D

    Question regarding clarification of shared RAM on M1 Machines.

    Recently I read that ram is shared between the CPU and GPU on M1 processors. Does this mean that some of my ram will be allocated to driving an external display? Wouldn’t the GPU have its own dedicated vram so that it wouldn’t cut into ram allotted to the cpu? 32GB of ram is what I currently...
    • davedirect
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    • apple silicon display graphics imac mac mini mac os macbook pro ram
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  12. EEzycade

    MacBook Pro 14 Inch - Base Model Impressions

    Config: Base MBP 14-inch (512 SSD, 16gb RAM, M1 Pro) Like many of you, I was anxiously awaiting the new 14-inch MBP with Apple silicon. And like many of you, I was a bit grumpy at the price tag of the base model. But I decided to pull the trigger on the base model, ordered it, and picked it up...
    • EEzycade
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    • 14-inch apple silicon base model m1 pro macbook pro
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  13. septianrishal

    iPad Pro Got an unusual Apple Sticker (scratched)

    Today I bought an ipad pro m1, maybe if discussing the device is not special. But the funny thing is, I got a broken apple sticker, like it was scratched by a sharp object. I've bought Apple devices several times, but this incident taught me a lesson that no matter what brand, mistakes will...
    • septianrishal
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    • apple apple silicon ipad 11 ipad pro 11 sticker
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: iPad
  14. T

    [Buying Advice] New MBPro-16 w/ Student Discount: Wait for CyberMonday?

    First-time poster here! I'm a college student and eligible for the higher education discount on the new 16-inch MBPro. I need to slightly customize the device to add more RAM and SSD. I save $280 with my student discount (total would be $3219, down from $3499). I'm looking for advice on when I...
  15. M

    The universal apps changed into apple silicon overnight

    All these apps in my application list changed into the "kind" of "Apple Silicon" today. They were still "universal" the other day. Can any one tell me what happened to these apps? Why did they change into "Apple Silicon" all of a sudden? Is this a Bug?I am on macOS 11.5.2, and have applied no...
  16. E

    Is an Apple Silicone MacBook the right option for my friend?

    I have a friend who is looking for a new laptop. They find the MacBook appealing and for what it's worth, the ARM MacBooks are very good for what they are. One issue that's come up is that she likes to play League of Legends as well as streaming her gameplay on Twitch. Would she be able to...
  17. MY_USERNAME

    The Elimination of RAM

    I’m sure I’m a bit misguided in my thinking, since I can’t find a good discussion about it on the inter-webs. Is Apple looking to completely eliminate the need for RAM with its Mx silicon? Specifically, the end goal would be to produce a computer with 0bytes of RAM but every bit as efficient...
  18. ZilzilaStriken

    Is there anyway to use non apple keyboard and mouse for new Recovery Assistant with Apple silicon Mac mini M1?

    I want to erase my Mac mini M1 completely and reinstall OS, but I do not have Apple keyboard and mouse. I managed to click the options in the recovery assistant with a wired keyboard. But then it goes to black screen asking me to turn on/pair apple keyboard and mouse. I cannot get past this...
  19. TarkinDale

    Protection for new AS Macs

    Hey all, with the new shape and dimensions for the pro laptops, old cases and covers won’t fit. If you plan on protecting your new Mac when it arrives, what case/sleeve you will use? Any idea on how long the manufacturers take to produce them? I can’t imagine they are rushing like with new...
  20. M

    MBP 14"/16" 32GB Buyers: M1 Pro or M1 Max

    So, the new MBP's are looking pretty amazing, but let's be honest, they're also pretty expensive, particularly if you need more RAM or a faster SOC. Given that it's $400(!) to go from 16GB -> 32GB of ram, bringing the total cost to an eye watering $2399 for the 14" model with the base M1 Pro SOC...
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